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Laurel Hill — Summits 35.4 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lewiston Quadrangle · GNIS 1908869
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Lewiston quadrangle, the summit known as Laurel Hill sits 35.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Laurel Hill as a summit on the Lewiston topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 1908869. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/02/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Laurel Hill sits at 44.09036° N, 70.22559° W (DMS 44°05′25″ N, 70°13′32″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Laurel Hill itself. The ones closest to Laurel Hill:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrill Hill | Lewiston | — | 1.4 mi |
| Mount David | Lewiston | — | 1.4 mi |
| Pride Hill | Minot | — | 1.5 mi |
| Apple Sass Hill | Lewiston | — | 1.7 mi |
| Thorncrag Hill | Lewiston | — | 3.1 mi |
| Mount Apatite | Minot | — | 3.5 mi |
| Butler Hill | Minot | — | 4.1 mi |
| Woodbury Hill | Lewiston | — | 4.2 mi |
| Mount Giles | Lake Auburn East | — | 4.4 mi |
| Robinson Mountain | Lewiston | — | 4.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Lewiston Quadrangle
The Lewiston 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Laurel Hill. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Androscoggin River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Great Falls | Waterfalls | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Fox Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Merrill Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Mount David | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Lake Andrews | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 35.4 miles (southeast) and you reach Laurel Hill; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 61 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.090°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Laurel Hill track the nearby Little Androscoggin River stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Laurel Hill
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Androscoggin River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Barker Mill Dam Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Great Falls | Waterfalls | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Fox Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Laurel Hill located?
Laurel Hill is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 35.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lewiston topographic quadrangle.
How far is Laurel Hill from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 61 minutes, 35.4 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Laurel Hill?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Laurel Hill as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1908869 on the Lewiston quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Laurel Hill?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 70 other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33140429.